Meetings

The Pownal Board of Selectmen meet Monday, May 5 and 19, at 7 p.m., at Mallett Hall.

The Conservation Commission meets Monday, April 28, at 7 p.m., at Mallett Hall.

Nomination papers due April 24

Nomination papers for elected officials are available at the Pownal Town Office.

Papers are available for one three-year-seat on the Board of Selectman, one three-year-seat on Regional School Unit 5, and one three-year seat on the Cemetery Commission.

Papers are due back by April 24. For more information, contact the Pownal Town Office, 688-4611.

Spring cleaning sale under way

A spring cleaning sale runs Wednesday, April 23- Sunday, April 27, at the Freeport Community Services Thrift Shop, 53 Depot St., and Estate Annex, 48B West St. Offered are savings on clothing, shoes and accessories and select housewares. There also is a sidewalk sale on vintage and unique home furnishings at the Annex. For more information, call 865-3985.

Music night April 26

Fuego Diablo, located at 52 Loring Lane, is hosting an evening of music, poetry and storytelling, with entertainers of all ages invited to take the stage, Saturday, April 26, with creative cuisine served from 5:30-6:30 p.m., and music beginning at 6:30. Entertainers requiring gear are encouraged to bring their own equipment and plug in. Seating is limited. The event is free. For more information, contact Jamie and Wren Pearson, 408-3185, or visit www.facebook.com/fuegodiablopownal.

Along with music nights, Fuego Diablo also offers art workshops, pop-up boutiques and art shows, Big Phil’s Kitchen hot sauces and seasonal produce.

Check flood maps

The Federal Emergency Management Agency is in the process of amending the flood maps on which many of the town’s building setbacks and regulations are based upon. Homeowners are urged to come into the Town Office during business hours and take a look at the proposed maps to see if any changes are proposed that might affect their property. The proposed maps for Pownal are on display in the voting room on the first floor of Mallett Hall.

Returnables sought

The Pownal Fire Co. works to support the Pownal Fire & Rescue Department.

In addition to providing food during fires and trainings, the organization purchases work uniforms and equipment for the town’s emergency personnel. The money the fire company is able to donate toward these items helps to keep the fire department’s expenses down. The organization seeks donations of returnable bottles and cans to help fund its work. The Pownal Fire Co. is independent from the town of Pownal and the Pownal Fire and Rescue Department. The bottle building is located behind the town hall.

Men’s breakfast

The Men’s Breakfast at the First Parish Congregational Church of Pownal, 422 Hallowell Road, is held the first Saturday of each month at 7:30 a.m. at the church. It is open to any men who want to come. They do not have to be affiliated with the church. The Rev. John Wentworth leads the discussions.

Food pantry on Tuesdays

The North Pownal United Methodist Church food Pantry on 851 Lawrence Road is open every Tuesday from 10:30 a.m.-noon. Organizers never know from week to week what they will be getting, though there usually are different kinds of breads, produce, desserts, etc. All are welcome.

Church services

North Pownal United Methodist Church worship service is Sunday at 9 a.m., Sunday School at 10:30. Pastor’s hours are Tuesdays from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. (by appointment). Church phone is 688-4938. For more information on church programs, contact the Rev. Raymond St. Pierre, 837-0682, chaplainraymond@gmail.com.

First Parish Congregational Church, Route 9, worship service is Sunday at 9:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 11-noon. Bible Study meets at the church on Tuesday at 7 a.m. For more information on church programs, contact the Rev. John Wentworth, 688-4846, jwent16@hotmail.com.